Transnistria Seeks Russian Protection, Citing Pressure from Moldova
- Breakaway Moldovan region of Transnistria passed a resolution appealing to Russia for "protection"
- Cites "increased pressure from Moldova" as reason for needing Russia's help
- Resolution asks Russia's Federation Council and State Duma to take action
- Passed by a special congress of the Transnistria region
- Transnistria is a pro-Russian separatist region that broke away from Moldova